Desalination Technology and Application Expertise

Global support to keep your desalination operations running reliably

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Beyond the brine

Desalination plays a vital role in addressing the global freshwater shortage, especially in water-scarce regions. But while it offers a critical solution, executing desalination projects is far from straightforward. These initiatives are complex, often involving multiple systems, suppliers and regulatory demands. No two projects are exactly alike, either. Each one comes with its own unique requirements, from local environmental conditions to energy constraints and infrastructure limitations.

To overcome these challenges, desalination facilities need the right technology plus a holistic, integrated approach. The most successful solutions minimize risk through single-source project delivery and support operational excellence with proven application expertise, energy-efficient automation, and robust cybersecurity protection.

Your desalination partner

Rockwell Automation is your ideal technology partner for making your desalination projects more predictable and profitable. By delivering standardized process control systems, motor controls and advanced digital technologies, we help reduce CapEx through streamlined engineering and simplified system architecture.

Our integrated solutions also lower OpEx risks by improving energy efficiency, enhancing process visibility and enabling smarter, more-responsive operations. Whether you’re designing a new facility or upgrading an existing one, Rockwell provides the proven tools and expertise to keep your project on time, on budget, and optimized for the long-term.

Rockwell Automation’s Desalination Solution harnesses the power of intelligent devices, a leading control system platform, standardized application software, and digital technologies to create a Connected Enterprise® that provides immediate benefit and scales to fit your needs.

Modularized

Reduce engineering effort and costs with commercial off-the-shelf solutions that meet global desalination standards
Help protect your networks with IEC 62443-compliant technology
Build resilience through multi-discipline, full-scope project execution
Maximize operational efficiency with artificial intelligence, analytics and machine learning

Reusable Software

Accelerate commissioning with pre-tested, reusable software modules
Improve repeatability across Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) applications
Reduce engineering time with standardized control panel designs
Achieve consistency and reliability in plant control system deployments

Integrated Solution

Reduce CapEx risk with full-scope power and process platform delivery
Enhance operational excellence through integrated cybersecurity solutions
Optimize operation and maintenance with intelligent automation tools
Rely on a comprehensive, end-to-end solution designed specifically for SWRO desalination plants

Key features

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Libraries

Our solution includes robust software libraries that feature standard application code, along with pre-configured templates and deployment tools. These elements accelerate system development, reduce programming errors, and achieve consistency across projects, enabling faster, more efficient deployment of desalination plant control systems.

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Cybersecurity and networks

Our cybersecurity and networking solutions are built to follow PlantPAx® guidelines for IEC-62443 compliance, helping you meet industry standards for industrial automation. From design to implementation, we provide a scalable network architecture that helps protect your desalination operations against evolving cyber threats while delivering excellent reliability in system performance.

Analytics and optimization

Our analytics and optimization tools empower you to measure operational efficiency in real-time, giving you the insights needed to fine-tune performance. By identifying areas of improvement, you can optimize energy usage, reduce waste, and drive more sustainable and cost-effective desalination operations.

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Asset Management

Our asset management solutions help you monitor system availability and performance across your desalination facility. With tools for system lifecycle management, you can plan maintenance proactively, extend equipment life, and maintain continuous operation over the long term.

Global Support

With global support from Rockwell Automation, you gain access to expert application and system assistance wherever your desalination project is located. Our services include technical support, repair, and maintenance to keep your operations running smoothly and efficiently—backed by a worldwide network of trusted professionals.

Benefits

Manage Risk

Reduce technical and operational risk by using advanced monitoring systems. Deploy regular maintenance schedules to enable efficiency and reliability.

Optimize Production

Leverage state-of the art technologies and standard processes to optimize capacity planning and maximize the use of resources. Harness the power of plant-wide control and analytics to optimize yield and asset utilization.

Drive Sustainability

Implement measures to manage brine disposal, and balance water management with a smart use of energy and power. Gain real-time visibility into energy costs, and obtain insights into where to save energy.

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Ready to streamline your desalination project?

Connect with our experts to learn how Rockwell Automation helps you reduce risk, optimize performance and deliver clean water more efficiently.

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